Bonjour mes chéris! It’s Emma, your pink tutu-wearing ballerina from Derbyshire, England, and I’m absolutely over the moon to be writing to you from the City of Lights! I've always dreamed of dancing in Paris, and now that dream is coming true. I finally boarded the EuroStar train, and for once, I even managed to resist buying everything in the Duty Free (that took some serious willpower!).
Today was all about the journey, the excitement, and soaking up the magical atmosphere of Paris. Imagine me, twirling in my pink tutu as the train whizzed past beautiful green fields and charming French villages, all while the air hummed with a delightful mixture of French music and excited chatter. Oh, to be whisked away by a whirlwind of fashion, food, and fairytale!
Paris, my love, you always feel like stepping into a beautifully curated dream. From the moment we arrived, my heart went into overdrive.
The first thing that grabbed me was the energy of the Gare du Nord. It's just SO cosmopolitan! Tourists, Parisians, and I, in my tutu, of course!
Our lovely hotel, Le Grand Jardin, nestled near the Seine, has the most stunning flower garden in its courtyard. We sat outside, sipping tea, and I couldn't help but be swept away by the romantic atmosphere. The sun was gently kissing the petals, the scent of jasmine drifted through the air, and for a moment, I could almost hear the gentle melodies of a violin, a bit like something out of a film.
After our tea, it was time for my Parisian ballet debut! Yes, you heard that right, dear reader! Tonight, I will be performing at the iconic Theatre de la Ville. It's a prestigious theatre, known for hosting incredible dance performances, and I couldn’t be more excited. I feel like a fairytale princess, all set for her grand entrance. The Parisian audiences are legendary for their sophisticated taste, so I'm channeling my inner ballerina goddess for a show-stopping performance. Fingers crossed my tutu twirls perfectly in this dazzling setting!
Before the performance, however, I couldn’t resist a bit of shopping. It wouldn’t be a Parisian adventure without a little dose of retail therapy. Let’s just say my shoe collection is officially crying for help. 👠 You see, a girl's got to be prepared for the elegant Parisian soirées, don't you agree? The delicate embroidery on those French lace ballet shoes... a true testament to artistry! Oh, and the shoes I bought? Pink, naturally! Because what better colour to be surrounded by than the most delightful hue on the planet?!
This evening, I’ll share some snaps of my show in the Theatre de la Ville. Just wait for the fabulousness, darling! Oh, and maybe a little sneak peek into the new Parisian pink tutu that made its debut today. Stay tuned!
I'm so incredibly grateful to be able to share this Parisian escapade with all of you. If you have any questions, feel free to ask in the comments below. Until next Saturday, darling!
Love always,
Emma xoxo
